New York became the epicenter of fashion’s biggest stars yesterday due to the 2025 CFDA Fashion Awards. Among the favorites of the evening were Rihanna and A$AP Rocky, who — as usual — stole the spotlight with their effortlessly coordinated and original looks.
The rapper, who was recently spotted filming a mysterious Chanel campaign alongside Margaret Qualley, has solidified his status as one of today’s biggest fashion icons. This year, he received the Fashion Icon Award, an honor previously bestowed on Rihanna in 2014.
For the occasion, Rihanna made her first public appearance since welcoming her third child, Rocki Irish Mayers, in September, stepping out to support her partner and reaffirm their reputation as one of the most stylish celebrity couples of the decade. To celebrate their debut as new parents, the pair made footwear the center stage in both of their looks.
The singer and Fenty Beauty founder opted for an Alaïa ensemble featuring an oversized navy trench coat loosely tied at the waist and wide white pleated trousers, tucked into a pair of shiny black sculptural shoes. The sharp silhouette and glossy finish of the shoes added structure to the otherwise fluid layers.
Her hair was styled in an elegant updo with a dramatic side-swept fringe, while her makeup remained soft and radiant in neutral tones, allowing the bold architecture of her outfit to take the spotlight.
The couple's stylish return to the spotlight
A$AP Rocky coordinated perfectly with her in a full Chanel look, consisting of a tailored black blazer, a pale yellow knit sweater, and wide-leg black trousers. He completed the look with cream-and-black Chanel two-tone shoes, a modern twist on the brand’s signature Parisian sophistication — seamlessly blending classic refinement with Rocky’s cool, laid-back edge.
The couple, who've been together since 2020 and are rumored to have tied the knot, looked happier and more in sync than ever. Both are thriving personally and professionally, making it clear they have no plans to give up their place as one of the industry’s most beloved and powerful pairs.
Rihanna and Rocky welcomed their third daughter on September 113th of this year, with the family making the announcement in a social media post sharing her name and a sweet photo of Rihanna holding on to her daughter, who's seen wearing an adorable pink outfit. She joins her siblings, RZA Athelston, born in 2022, and Riot Rose, born in 2023.